Reflect some of the ways that you want to assess your students, i.e. monitor whether they are understanding what you're teaching.
Describe your (or your CT's) grading policy, i.e. how you will assign scores to represent performance. Explain why you are using this method. If you are continuing your CT's grading policy, explain what you feel are some of its strengths and weaknesses.
My CT's grading policy: My CT uses the straight point system for grading.
Homework 5 pts each
Quizzes 50 pts each
Tests 100 pts each
Writing 100 pts total
Add Total Points
--------------------------- = grade
Possible pts
I am going to continue using my CT's grading policy because I think it is a fair grading system that students can understand, and I can easily use to calculate grades. I also feel that it is a good grading system because it takes all aspects of the class into account, giving students the opportunity to be assessed in multiple ways and to earn the grade they deserve. In addition to just giving grades and points to students I think it is crucial to gauge their understanding by providing students feedback to improve grades and understanding. Also students need a chance to make mistakes without bombing their grades, for example: homework normally is just for completion, giving students the chance to make mistakes and ask questions without being penalized for incorrect answers.
Assessment and Grading
My CT's grading policy: My CT uses the straight point system for grading.
Homework 5 pts each
Quizzes 50 pts each
Tests 100 pts each
Writing 100 pts total
Add Total Points
--------------------------- = grade
Possible pts
I am going to continue using my CT's grading policy because I think it is a fair grading system that students can understand, and I can easily use to calculate grades. I also feel that it is a good grading system because it takes all aspects of the class into account, giving students the opportunity to be assessed in multiple ways and to earn the grade they deserve. In addition to just giving grades and points to students I think it is crucial to gauge their understanding by providing students feedback to improve grades and understanding. Also students need a chance to make mistakes without bombing their grades, for example: homework normally is just for completion, giving students the chance to make mistakes and ask questions without being penalized for incorrect answers.